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Cranberry Pear Crisp with Oat Crumble

Best Cranberry Pear Crisp with Oat Crumble: Cozy, Easy Fall Treat

This Cranberry Pear Crisp with Oat Crumble is a cozy autumn dessert combining tart cranberries and juicy pears under a crunchy oat topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fruit Filling
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries choose bright, firm berries
  • 4 cups ripe pears Bosc or Anjou variety
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice to prevent browning
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch for thickening
For the Oat Crumble Topping
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats for hearty texture
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour to bind the crumble
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar adds caramel sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for warm spice
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter diced for topping
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt to enhance flavors

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • large bowl
  • Medium bowl
  • pastry cutter or fork

Method
 

Preparation and Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and butter a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. Combine pears, cranberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch in a large bowl.
  3. Transfer the fruit filling into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
  4. Toss rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl.
  5. Cut cold butter into the dry ingredients until pea-sized crumbs form.
  6. Sprinkle the oat crumble over the fruit layer.
  7. Bake for 35–40 minutes until the topping is golden and filling bubbles.
  8. Cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.